1983 Talbot Horizon vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Talbot Horizon (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Horizon | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
